1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 347 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Impala.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | Xterra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |