1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 166 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
