1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 913 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beretta | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3300 mm |
