1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 17 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | 160 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
