1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 772 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
