1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
