1971 Chrysler 160 vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler 160 | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 160 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2659 mm |
