1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS 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, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 244 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Newport | IS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2740 mm |
