1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 384 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |