1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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 142 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 995 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Imperial | Accord |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |