1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 24 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Beta | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
