1999 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Lumina and 1999 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 22 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Lumina | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |