1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 326 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 2012 Ford Mondeo 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. 2012 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
