1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Newport | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2616 mm |
