1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla 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 170 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1989 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Corolla |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |