2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1979 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1979 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Vanquish | 160 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
