1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 160.
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, 1970 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Chrysler | GAZ |
| Model | 160 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
