1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 is newer by 37 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 83 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V70. (193 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 956 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Imperial | V70 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2670 mm |