1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1980 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1980 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 895 kg more than 1980 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1980 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
