1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 22 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 29 kg more than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Newport | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2920 mm |