1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 25 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1650 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 160 | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
