2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 53 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1139 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3800 mm |
