1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2780 mm |
