1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 124 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 160 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
