1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa 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 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 Toyota Previa, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Previa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2900 mm |
