1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 143 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cresta | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
