1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 73 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Passat (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Lumina | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |