1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1984 Ford GT
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Ford GT.
Because 1984 Ford GT 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 1984 Ford GT. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1984 Ford GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Beretta | GT |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |