1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 174 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
