1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 18 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Lumina | Elise |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |
