1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 16 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
