1989 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
