1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 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 62 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (99 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 553 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2780 mm |
