1978 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 261 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Newport | Silverado |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 4010 mm |