1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1999 Dodge Avenger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1978 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Avenger | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
