2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Chrysler Le Baron
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler Le Baron would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (139 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 204 kg more than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Le Baron, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron. (223 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chrysler Le Baron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Chrysler Le Baron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | Le Baron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
