1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 16 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Because 1973 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 1973 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Impala | Corrado |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |