1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 4 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 160 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
