1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 20 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Beretta | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 526 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |