1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 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 48 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Beretta | Prelude |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |