2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra 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 180 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 577 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
