1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | 160 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |