1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1984 Ford GT
To start off, 1984 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 680 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1984 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2590 mm |
