1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 23 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 2,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 592 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Condor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Condor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
