1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |