1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Newport | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2890 mm |
