1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 238 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Navara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3210 mm |
