2005 Acura EL vs. 1981 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 24 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL, 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1981 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | EL | Newport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
