2009 GMC Savana vs. 1970 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 39 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1455 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Stratos. (153 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Stratos. 2009 GMC Savana 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. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1970 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Savana | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2170 mm |
