1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Impala |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
