1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 41 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 227 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Beretta | Silvia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |