1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 218 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1989 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Beretta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |