2001 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2001 Honda Legend is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 440 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Beretta |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |