1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 27 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 160 | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
