1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 18 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, 1991 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 490 kg more than 1991 Eagle Summit.
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, 1991 Eagle Summit, 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Impala | Summit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
