1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 705 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Newport | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3310 mm |