1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1979 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 553 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, 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1979 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 160 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
