1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 971 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Beta | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |