1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1977 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 504 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1977 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Impala | Aspen |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 117.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |