1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
