1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR8 is newer by 13 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) has 187 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR8. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8. 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) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR8. (224 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR8. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1980 Triumph TR8 has manual transmission. 1980 Triumph TR8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Impala | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
