1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 943 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | ML | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
