1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1974 Ford Cortina

To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 257 kg more than 1974 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Cortina.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Beretta 1974 Ford Cortina
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Beretta Cortina
Year Released 1989 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3135 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 63 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1297 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2590 mm


 

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