2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala 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. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Impala. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Impala |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
