1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Newport | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2600 mm |
