1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando 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.
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1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Lumina | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2872 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |