2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | Lumina | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
