2002 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 21 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 344 kg more than 1981 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet SSR | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | SSR | Newport |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
