1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 54 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1207 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3110 mm |
