1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. 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 126 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 501 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Lumina | City |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
