1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 20 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 440 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | Croma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
