1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird 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 171 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
