1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 23 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, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
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) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Supra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1681 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
