1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Lumina and 1989 Dodge Colt were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Lumina | Colt |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |