1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 25 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2003 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2003 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | 160 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
