1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Newport | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2550 mm |
