1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 237 kg more than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Impala | Compass |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |
