1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
