1984 Lancia Beta vs. 1993 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1993 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 730 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 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1993 Nissan Terrano II (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Lancia Beta | 1993 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Beta | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |