2009 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 22 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 21 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 102 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina 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:
| 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Livina | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
