1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 45 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 74 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Holden Frontera. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Imperial | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
