1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2002 Dodge Razor
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 24 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 675 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Razor. (312 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Razor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2002 Dodge Razor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | Razor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2500 mm |
