1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 38 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 120 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2880 mm |
