1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2005 Toyota Will
To start off, 2005 Toyota Will is newer by 26 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Will weights approximately 375 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 2005 Toyota Will 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, 2005 Toyota Will 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, 2005 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 2005 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Will |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
