1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Beretta 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Beretta RAV4
Year Released 1989 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2259 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 94 mm
Top Speed 209 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 57 L


 

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