2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Chrysler 160
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1056 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | 160 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
