1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 940 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Imperial | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
