1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century 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 73 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |