1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 312 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
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, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Prelude | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
