1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Beretta and 1996 Oldsmobile SS were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (380 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. 1996 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Beretta | SS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
