1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, both 1978 Chrysler 160 and 1978 Lada 1200 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. 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 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler 160 | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Chrysler | Lada |
Model | 160 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |