1978 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Chrysler 160

To start off, both 1978 Chevrolet Corvette and 1978 Chrysler 160 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 Corvette (380 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Chevrolet Corvette 1978 Chrysler 160
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model Corvette 160
Year Released 1978 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5765 cc 1639 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 89 HP
Torque 380 Nm 133 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2680 mm


 

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