1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 48 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 153 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1154 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2290 mm |