1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2002 Mazda B2500 is newer by 13 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 53 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
