1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 8 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 91 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | Life |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |