1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Lumina | Volare |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2870 mm |
