1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 25 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, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser.
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, 1998 Ford Laser, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | Laser |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |