1995 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 213 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Beretta | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Beretta | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
