1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |
