1972 Chrysler 160 vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 722 kg more than 1972 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler 160 | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
