1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 482 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Beretta | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2300 mm |
