1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Camaro | Impala |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |