1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Newport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
