1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 212 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Beretta | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
