1994 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (139 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lumina | V70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
