1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 76 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Beretta | Duster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 164 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2673 mm |
