1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 36 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 161 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1263 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1097 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2480 mm |
