1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | Beta |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |