1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Chrysler Newport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 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 15 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Newport | 260 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2660 mm |
