1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 523 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 160 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
