1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
| Model | Avanti | Newport |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3020 mm |
