1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 16 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, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Lumina | TSX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2708 mm |
