1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 33 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Beretta | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
