1974 Lancia Beta vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 875 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lancia Beta | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beta | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
