2011 Mercury Mariner vs. 1982 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 479 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercury Mariner | 1982 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Mercury | Lancia |
| Model | Mariner | Beta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4458 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1778 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
