1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 118 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Newport | Charger |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3050 mm |