1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 28 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 160 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
