1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 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 128 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Beretta | Swift |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
