1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 53 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 142 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | Imperial | Terios |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2590 mm |
