1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 24 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 145 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2738 mm |
