2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Lumina | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
