1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2500 mm |
