1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Newport | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2270 mm |
