1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 23 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) has 217 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Santana |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
