1986 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | 80 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3800 mm |
