2012 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 23 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 872 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.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Terracan | 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terracan | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
