1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1988 Nissan Vanette is newer by 15 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 335 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 160 | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2080 mm |
