2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 556 kg more than 1979 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Newport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 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 |
