1988 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 19 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Beretta. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Beretta has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Beretta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Beretta | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Beretta | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
