1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1982 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
