1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 842 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chrysler Newport | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Newport | Expedition |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2332 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3023 mm |