1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, both 1992 Chevrolet Lumina and 1992 Nissan Vanette were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 111 kg more than 1992 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Nissan Vanette 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 1992 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Vanette |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2080 mm |