1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 149 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Impala | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3110 mm |
