1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1980 Toyota Century

To start off, both 1980 Chrysler 160 and 1980 Toyota Century were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Century weights approximately 719 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Chrysler 160 1980 Toyota Century
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model 160 Century
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1639 cc 3375 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1086 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2870 mm


 

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