1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Mazda 626
To start off, 1989 Mazda 626 is newer by 29 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 1989 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1989 Mazda 626. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 626 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |
