1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 920 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
