2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Envoy | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2276 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
