1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1994 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 15 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 199 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, 1994 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1994 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | 160 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2880 mm |
