2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (566 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
