1995 Acura NSX vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura NSX would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 284 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1995 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | NSX | Lumina |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 471 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2940 mm |