1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 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 190 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 649 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Impala | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
