1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |
