1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 2,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 225 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | 323 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
