1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 785 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Impala | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
