1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XJ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2880 mm |
