1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 is newer by 21 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR2.
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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
