1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 45 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 146 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6490 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |