2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avensis | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
