1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 395 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |