1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 53 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 747 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
