1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 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 8,355 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | Viper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 8355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |
