1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 35 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 158 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 626 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |
