1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 559 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 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | 160 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
