1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 6 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, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 160 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
