1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
