1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1991 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1991 Opel Frontera is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Frontera weights approximately 554 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.
Because 1991 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1991 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 160 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
