1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 66 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1983 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
