1979 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 1 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 410 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | 160 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
