1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 41 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 167 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Imperial | Tracer |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |