1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Honda Logo
To start off, 2001 Honda Logo 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 870 kg more than 2001 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Logo. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Logo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Honda Logo | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Newport | Logo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2370 mm |
