1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 665 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 160 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
