1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 41 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Impala | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
