1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 25 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, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Noble |
| Model | Newport | M14 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2440 mm |
