1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 616 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Beta | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |