1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Beretta | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |