1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 411 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Ranger | Stratos |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |