1983 Lancia Beta vs. 1998 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 906 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.
Because 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando 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, 1998 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Beta | 1998 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Beta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
