1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 45 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 745 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. 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) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Imperial | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
