1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 758 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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Beretta | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 176 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 | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
