1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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 65 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 will offer significantly more control. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Beretta | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
