2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1995 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan President weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan President 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 1995 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1995 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |