1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 39 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 128 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Grand 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Imperial | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3040 mm |
