1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Beretta | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |