1975 Chrysler 160 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler 160 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
