2002 Acura RSX vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RSX | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
