2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 444 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Lumina | Capri |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |