1980 Chrysler Newport vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 33 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, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 5 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Newport | M |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2900 mm |
