2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 318 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Ranger | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
