1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 212 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |