1989 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Beretta | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Beretta | Discovery |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |