1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 32 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 236 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 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Newport | Highlander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2789 mm |