2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 22 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1651 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.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Escalade | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
