1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
