1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Toyota Condor is newer by 12 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Because 2008 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Condor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
