1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (432 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XJS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2600 mm |
