1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1986 Ford Tempo 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 187 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2540 mm |
