1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1996 Toyota Previa 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 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa.
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, 1996 Toyota Previa, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Previa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
