1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 40 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 187 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 626 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
