1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 27 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Today |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
