1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 265 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 2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Beretta | V50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
