1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1959 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Lumina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |