1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 182 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
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1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Impala | Kyron |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |