1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1995 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 93 kg more than 1995 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1995 De Tomaso Guara 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 1995 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Beretta | Guara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
