2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Because 1980 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | 300 | Newport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3020 mm |
