1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 217 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Escort |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
