1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort 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 87 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | Escort |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
