1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1983 Volvo 760 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport 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 5 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 760. (156 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | Newport | 760 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2780 mm |