1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
