2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 707 kg more than 1971 Ford 17.
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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1971 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Lumina | 17 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
