1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Newport | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2840 mm |
