1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2003 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 14 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 253 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2003 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Beretta | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
