1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 49 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 185 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
