1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry 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 19 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 330 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Camry |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
