1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Almera 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 20 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Almera weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Beretta | Almera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
