1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Renault Megane
To start off, 1998 Renault Megane is newer by 40 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 138 more horse power than 1998 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | Megane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2480 mm |
