1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
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 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lumina | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |
