1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady 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 29 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Fairlady 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 1973 Nissan Fairlady. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2310 mm |