1977 Chrysler 160 vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 160 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,638 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 160 | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1638 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
