1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 695 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 160 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2857 mm |
