1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 33 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 51 more horse power than 1993 Volvo 850. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1993 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 910 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | 850 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
