1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 397 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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 (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Beretta | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
