1975 Chrysler 160 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 29 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler 160 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
