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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 11 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Beretta | Megane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
