1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 209 kg more than 1992 Infiniti J30.
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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Newport | J30 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2770 mm |
