1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 45 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
