1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 49 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 908 kg more than 2006 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
