2010 Ford Mondeo vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 23 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 330 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Mondeo | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
