1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 8 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 40 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 485 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
