1996 Volkswagen Parati vs. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Parati (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 315 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Parati.
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 Volkswagen Parati (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Beretta. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Parati | 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Parati | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
