1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 28 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 825 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2001 Daihatsu YRV 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Impala | YRV |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
