1987 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 22 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 813 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Beretta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
