1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3800 mm |
