1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 536 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 1996 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Cressida has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Cressida will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Impala | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
