1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 327 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Beretta | C5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 196 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 | 1297 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |