2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1113 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.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
