1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Lumina 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 153 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 820 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | Today |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |