1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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 97 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
