2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
