1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 680 kg more than 1978 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 160 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3050 mm |
