1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1969 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Crown weights approximately 170 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1969 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
