2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (201 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | S-Type | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
