1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3210 mm |
