1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 252 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.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Newport | FX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2885 mm |
