1972 Chrysler 160 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 33 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 562 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 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler 160 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 160 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
