1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 160 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3970 mm |
