1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Ford Granada is newer by 27 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 178 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Granada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2780 mm |
