1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 16 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 214 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.
Because 1996 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 160 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
