1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 12 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 940 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 940 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 940 weights approximately 289 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (157 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm). This means 1990 Volvo 940 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 160 | 940 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
