1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 6 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 621 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | LTD |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1638 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2900 mm |
