1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1980 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1980 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1980 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
