1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 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 211 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 19 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
