1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Beretta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2230 mm |
