1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. 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, 2005 Nissan Primera, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Primera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2540 mm |
