1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1982 Volvo 240
To start off, 1982 Volvo 240 is newer by 15 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 219 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 679 kg more than 1982 Volvo 240. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 240. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 240. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1982 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1982 Volvo 240 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 | 1982 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Impala | 240 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |