1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 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 3 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Rover 600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Lumina | 600 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |