1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry 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, 1978 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Newport | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2780 mm |