1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 16 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beta | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
