1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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 99 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 838 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
