1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Corolla (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
