1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 91 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1960 Humber Super Snipe 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 1960 Humber Super Snipe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina (238 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1960 Humber Super Snipe has manual transmission. 1960 Humber Super Snipe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Humber Super Snipe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Humber |
| Model | Lumina | Super Snipe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
