1983 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 403 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. 1983 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Electra | 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electra | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
