1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Beretta | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
