1979 Chrysler 160 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 750 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 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 160 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2775 mm |
