1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica 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 122 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Celica 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 1974 Toyota Celica. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
