1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica 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 20 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 132 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica 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 1984 Toyota Celica. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
