1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 38 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 610 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Impala will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3310 mm |
