1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 12 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 601 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Beretta | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |
