1956 Chrysler C vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 460 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler C | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | C | Cressida |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5801 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |