2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1980 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
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, 1980 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1980 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Blazer | Newport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
