1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 49 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 545 kg more than 2009 Renault Espace. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | Espace |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2870 mm |
