1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 990 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Granada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2780 mm |
