1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 652 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.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 160 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2779 mm |
