1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza 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 189 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2480 mm |
