1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Ford Tracer
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Lumina and 1996 Ford Tracer were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 544 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer. 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 (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Ford Tracer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Tracer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |