1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Beretta | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
