1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 27 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, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Honda Legend.
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, 2006 Honda Legend, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Newport | Legend |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2910 mm |
