1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1042 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
