1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Acura RL
To start off, 2010 Acura RL is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RL weights approximately 437 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 2010 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RL 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, 2010 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Lumina | RL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2799 mm |
