1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 10 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
