1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 39 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
