1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Beretta | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
