1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 406 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 59 L |
