2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 249 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Lumina | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
