1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | F-250 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3490 mm |