1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 20 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
