1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2001 Ford Laser
To start off, 2001 Ford Laser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Ford Laser. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2001 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Laser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
