1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 30 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, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus, 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
| Model | Impala | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
