1990 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 82 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lumina | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1404 mm |
