2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 623 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (408 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Newport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3020 mm |
