1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (156 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 525 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corona 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 1981 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Corona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
