1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 385 kg more than 1991 Toyota Lexcen.
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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |