1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 19 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 39 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Samsung |
| Model | Newport | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
