1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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 173 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
