1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 300 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Impala | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
