2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1984 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Soarer 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 247 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 81 kg more than 1984 Toyota Soarer. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1984 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |