1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Ford LTD.
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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 1978 Ford LTD | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Newport | LTD |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3080 mm |