1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1988 Nissan Prairie is newer by 29 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 197 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. 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 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
