1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160.
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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 160 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
