1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 180 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 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Beretta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |