1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram 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 1998 Dodge Ram. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Beretta | Ram |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
