1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 32 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
