1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 48 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 185 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2210 mm |
