1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 21 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 509 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beretta | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2919 mm |
