1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corolla | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
