2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Eagle Summit. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 562 kg more than 1990 Eagle Summit. 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 Eagle Summit, 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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Eagle Summit. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1990 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Lumina | Summit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
