1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 23 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Impala | Baleno |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |