1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1988 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |