1977 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chrysler 160 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | 160 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1638 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3240 mm |