1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1969 Honda S600
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 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 130 more horse power than 1969 Honda S600. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 805 kg more than 1969 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S600 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 1969 Honda S600. 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 (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1969 Honda S600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | S600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |