1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, both 1979 Chrysler Newport and 1979 Dodge Mirada were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 16 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Newport | Mirada |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2870 mm |