1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry 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 142 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 885 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Lumina | 100A Cherry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
