1988 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 327 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Vauxhall Belmont 1990 Chevrolet Beretta
Make Vauxhall Chevrolet
Model Belmont Beretta
Year Released 1988 1990
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1287 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2740 mm


 

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