1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 135 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
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, 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1973 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Newport | Vista Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3080 mm |
