1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 160 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
