1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1965 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 90 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (48 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 834 kg more than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 1965 Toyota Sport 800. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. (72 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Sport 800. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1965 Toyota Sport 800 has manual transmission. 1965 Toyota Sport 800 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 | 1965 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |