1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 160 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
