1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 10 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Beretta | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
