1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 33 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 975 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3075 mm |
