1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Newport | Dakota |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3340 mm |