2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1993 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore 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 189 more horse power than 1993 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Commodore weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1993 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Lumina | Commodore |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2740 mm |