1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 97 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1425 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Equator |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3200 mm |
