1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 13 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, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 497 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life 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. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Beretta | Life |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
