1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (218 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
