1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
