1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 29 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
