1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 33 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | 19 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
