1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1979 Volvo 245 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Newport | 245 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2660 mm |
