2002 Honda Vamos vs. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 327 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Beretta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vamos | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
