1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 844 kg more than 1981 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1981 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1981 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Beta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5010 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
