1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 3 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. At 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beretta | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
