2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 34 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 980 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Sprinter | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
