1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 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 137 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1346 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | 460 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
