1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1367 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 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. 2013 Nissan Armada 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. 2013 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Beretta | Armada |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 105 L |