1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 905 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Lumina | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 25 L |