1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Beretta | Celica |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |