1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Spirit | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Spirit | Stratos |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2190 mm |