1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 32 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 57 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Crown |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
