1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1985 Ford Tempo 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 176 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2540 mm |
