1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 25 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 380 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Because 1974 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 1974 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Impala | Picnic |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |