1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 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, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Camaro | Impala |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
