1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1499 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 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 160 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2891 mm |
