1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny is newer by 42 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 173 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
