2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1980 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1980 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1980 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
