1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 325 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 160 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
