1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 47 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
