1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beretta | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
