1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3710 mm |
