1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1994 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Stratus 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 71 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Dodge Stratus. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Stratus. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1994 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Lumina | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
