1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Chrysler Viper
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Lumina and 1996 Chrysler Viper were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chrysler Viper 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 1996 Chrysler Viper. 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Lumina | Viper |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 389 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |