1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Honda Concerto

To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Concerto 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 111 more horse power than 1990 Honda Concerto. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 490 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Lumina 1990 Honda Concerto
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Lumina Concerto
Year Released 1996 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1394 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 89 HP
Torque 311 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2560 mm


 

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