1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 905 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chrysler 160. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Chrysler |
| Model | Discovery | 160 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
