1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 82 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. 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) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2490 mm |
