1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane.
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, 1996 Renault Megane (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Beretta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
