1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2004 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Kia Shuma is newer by 15 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2004 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Beretta | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
