1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Lumina and 1998 Chrysler Chronos were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1998 Chrysler Chronos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chrysler Chronos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (311 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler Chronos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Lumina | Chronos |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3330 mm |