1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport 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 43 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 630 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2640 mm |
