1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 160.
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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 160 | Serena |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
