1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 is newer by 9 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 110 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 160 | 924 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
