1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1975 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1975 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Newport | Charger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2680 mm |
