1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 452 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Beta | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
Model | Beta | Voyager |
Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |