1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Toyota Crown is newer by 27 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 179 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1986 Toyota Crown. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Crown |
Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |