1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat 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 223 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. 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 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
