1992 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 64 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Lumina | Croma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
