1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Lumina and 1989 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Toyota MR2.
Because 1989 Toyota MR2 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 1989 Toyota MR2. 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, 1989 Toyota MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1989 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
