1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |