1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1634 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta. 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
Model | Beta | Escalade |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |