1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 8 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 800 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Roadmaster | Beta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |