1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 8 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Picnic 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 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
