1956 Chrysler C vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 57 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 107 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 229 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | C | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
