1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1988 Honda Legend

To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 133 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Chevrolet Beretta 1988 Honda Legend
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Beretta Legend
Year Released 1990 1988
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1287 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2720 mm


 

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