1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 915 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Astro | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
