1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Lumina | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
