1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta 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 50 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Beretta | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
