1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 42 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 186 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Impala | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
