2004 Renault Laguna vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Laguna | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Laguna | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
