2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | Laputa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
