2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 694 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lumina | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
