2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Voyager 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 (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.

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 Plymouth Voyager, 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Voyager. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Lumina 1990 Plymouth Voyager
Make Chevrolet Plymouth
Model Lumina Voyager
Year Released 2007 1990
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3565 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 235 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1573 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2860 mm


 

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