1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max 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 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 265 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2788 mm |
