1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1994 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1994 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 16 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort S8.
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, 1994 Donkervoort S8 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1994 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Donkervoort |
| Model | 160 | S8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
