1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 47 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2578 mm |
