1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 33 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 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Cavalier | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3800 mm |
