1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 21 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe.
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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2900 mm |
