1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 35 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 156 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
