1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1500 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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 Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Beta | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
