1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3330 mm |
