1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | 160 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
