1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1984 Ford Capri
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 26 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 116 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1984 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Capri |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
