1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 142 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 Opel Frontera. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
