1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | 160 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
