1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. 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 182 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 780 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Sports |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 859 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 18 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2160 mm |