1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 559 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.
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 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Sienna |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |