1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 31 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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Genesis.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Newport | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4976 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2936 mm |
