2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 222 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
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 (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1995 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | NSX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |