1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3.
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, 2004 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Beretta | 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
