1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 32 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 160 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
