1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Lumina and 1991 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 34 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Sunny 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 | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Sunny |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |