1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 923 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler 160 | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | 160 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |