1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 40 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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, 2009 Nissan Altima, 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 (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Altima |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
