1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 19 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler 160 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Chrysler | TVR |
Model | 160 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |