1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 81 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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 Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Lumina | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1429 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
