1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 125 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Soarer has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Soarer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |
