1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Caldina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |