2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown 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 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
