1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
Model | Newport | Guara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |