1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 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 122 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
