1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
