1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 160 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
