1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (312 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm). This means 1994 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Impala | Defender |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
