1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 Nissan Cube (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 443 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Because 1970 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 1970 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Cube, 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Cube |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
