1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 21 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1245 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 160 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3440 mm |
