1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 202 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |