1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 44 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 49 kg more than 2011 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1967 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari 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.
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1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Impala | Safari |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |