1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 17 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
| Model | Newport | AIV |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2650 mm |
