1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 30 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 52 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (224 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Spirit. (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
