1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue is newer by 40 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, 2012 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 229 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
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, 2012 Nissan Rogue, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
