1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 23 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, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Newport | SC |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2700 mm |
