1995 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Audi A4. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
