1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Beta | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |