1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 37 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. 2007 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1970 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1970 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
