1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 35 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Impala | Sky |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2420 mm |