1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Newport | Vue |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2710 mm |
