1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 15 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 1 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
