1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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, 2006 Honda Accord (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 348 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Beretta | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
