1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Prius |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
