1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 9000. (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Lumina | 9000 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |