1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, both 1990 Chevrolet Lumina and 1990 Volvo 940 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 940 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Volvo 940. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (279 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 940 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 940 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lumina | 940 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
