1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 23 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 500 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Xedos |
| Model | 160 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
