1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 55 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 89 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2634 mm |
