1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 855 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 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
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1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |