1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1979 Chrysler 160 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 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 40 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. 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 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 160 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
