1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina

To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 130 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1964 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Lumina.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Chevrolet Corvette 1998 Chevrolet Lumina
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Lumina
Year Released 1964 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 56 L


 

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