1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1984 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Avanti Avanti | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
Model | Avanti | Newport |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3020 mm |