1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 19 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 43 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Newport | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2560 mm |
