1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 19 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Beretta | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
