1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 545 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |
