2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1971 Daihatsu Consorte
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte 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 1112 kg more than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
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 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1971 Daihatsu Consorte | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Lumina | Consorte |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |
