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1978 Chrysler Newport

United StatesGasolineRWDSedan

Specifications

Vehicle Details

Year
1978
Make
Chrysler
Model
Newport
Body Style
Sedan
Generation
6C-litres/7C-litres/8C-litres
Doors
4
Fuel
Gasoline
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
Automatic, 3-speed

Powertrain

Engine Name
7.2 V8 TorqueFlite
Engine Configuration
V
Power (hp)
198 hp
Power (kW)
146 kW
Torque
434 Nm (320 lb-ft)
Displacement
7,206 cc

Engine & Performance

Engine

Engine Specification
Rev. at Max Power
3,600 rpm
Rev. at Max Torque
2,000 rpm
Engine Configuration
Bore
109.73 mm (4.3 in)
Stroke
95.25 mm (3.8 in)
Compression Ratio
8.2 :1
Engine Configuration
V-Engine
Naturally Aspirated
Yes
Engine Placement
Front
Type of Combustion Engine
Piston
Fuel System
Carburator
Camshaft Type
Cam-in-block (Pushrod)
Engine Block
Cast Iron

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission
Automatic, 3-speed

Fuel

General
Tank Volume
100 litres

Suspensions

Spring, Front
Torsion
Spring, Rear
Leaf

Dimensions & Weight

Weight

Max Roof Load
75 kg (165 lb)

Exterior

Chassis & Body

Chassis
Chassis
Sedan

Equipment

Other Equipment
Normal Roof
Yes

Other

Car Classification

American Classification
Full-Size Car
British Classification
Executive Car
Australian Classification
Large Car
European Segment
E-Segment
Car.info Classification
Executive Car

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