1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Celica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
