1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 37 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 142 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1994 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1195 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 |
