1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1157 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Ram |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 98 L |
