1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 209 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2210 mm |
