1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sunny is newer by 26 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 715 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | Sunny |
Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |