1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1974 Chrysler 160 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 434 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 160 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
