1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1993 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 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 161 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1993 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
