1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 85 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 160 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
