2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lumina | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
