1979 Lancia Beta vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 40 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 750 kg more than 1979 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 1979 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1979 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:
| 1979 Lancia Beta | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beta | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
