1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 160 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
