1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 476 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Newport | Defender |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3230 mm |