1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2040 mm |
