1978 Chrysler Le Baron vs. 1978 Volkswagen 181
To start off, both 1978 Chrysler Le Baron and 1978 Volkswagen 181 were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Le Baron is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Le Baron weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 181.
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. 1978 Chrysler Le Baron has automatic transmission and 1978 Volkswagen 181 has manual transmission. 1978 Volkswagen 181 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Le Baron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Le Baron | 1978 Volkswagen 181 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Le Baron | 181 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
