1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 36 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 121 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (155 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 990 kg more than 1995 Dodge Avenger. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Avenger. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2640 mm |
