1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 39 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | S80 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2800 mm |
