1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 520 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Stratos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Sonoma | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2190 mm |
