2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
