1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 545 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Impala | 420 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |