1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Lumina | Captiva |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |