2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 49 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (270 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3800 mm |
