1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 755 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |