1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 975 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
