1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. Both 1989 Chevrolet Beretta and 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport are equipped with a 3,135 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 203 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Beretta | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
