1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 21 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 415 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | S-10 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
