1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 127 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Beretta | Carina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |