2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 998 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1970 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1970 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2170 mm |
