1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 26 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, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari.
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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Newport | Safari |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2830 mm |
