2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1971 Volvo 140
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 289 kg more than 1971 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1971 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Lumina | 140 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |