1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 31 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 122 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 945 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3030 mm |
