2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 550 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Captiva | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
