1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Armada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3140 mm |
