1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 43 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Impala | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |
