1992 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Beretta | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Beretta | S60 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
