1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 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 114 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (162 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | C70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2670 mm |
