1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 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 70 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 795 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Triumph |
| Model | Newport | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2170 mm |
