1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 100 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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Beretta | Primera |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |