2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 734 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | 145 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
