1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1996 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Venturi |
| Model | Beretta | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
