1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.

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 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chrysler 160 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model 160 Tundra
Year Released 1979 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1639 cc 3998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 233 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1085 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2610 mm


 

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