1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1991 Eagle Talon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Talon (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Eagle Talon.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Talon. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1991 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Lumina | Talon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
