1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 62 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Beretta | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
