2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2001 Dodge Caravan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Caravan. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 870 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1976 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 1976 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (313 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Caravan | Stratos |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |