1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 46 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 85 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (162 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2370 mm |