1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 511 kg more than 1976 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 160 | 380 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2940 mm |
