1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1977 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1977 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
