1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1973 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, 1975 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 160 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3140 mm |
