1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Newport |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |
