1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Escort |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
