2011 Honda Odyssey vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 770 kg more than 1989 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Odyssey | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Odyssey | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
