1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 141 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
