1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 935 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Granada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2780 mm |
