1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 40 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 118 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2857 mm |
