1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1979 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 295 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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
