1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 42 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 76 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 788 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Escape |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |