1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 22 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2011 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2619 mm |
