1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 995 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.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | 160 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
