1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 54 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 166 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lada |
| Model | Imperial | Niva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2210 mm |
