1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 217 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Escort |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
