1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 10 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.
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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
