1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Focus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
