2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Beta weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Beta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
