1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 32 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 780 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 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chrysler Newport | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Newport | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2743 mm |