1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 43 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Beretta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
