1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 275 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |