1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 30 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, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 113 kg more than 1980 Chrysler Newport. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Stavic. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Newport | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3010 mm |
