1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 31 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, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 35 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Antara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
