1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
