1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 33 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Impala | LR3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |