2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2196 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
