1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 26 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 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
