1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160.
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, 2007 Porsche Boxster (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 160 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
