1979 Chrysler Newport Speaker Sizes
A 1979 Chrysler Newport factory audio system features dashboard locations that accommodate 3.5 inch speakers, while rear locations accept 6x9 inch units. Full-range options serve as a replacement upgrade, establishing an 8 inch speaker size baseline within the assembly.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Rear | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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1979 Chrysler Newport Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
0
easy to replace
0
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 0 Medium: 2 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 0 Medium: 2 Low: 01979 Chrysler Newport Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1979 Chrysler Newport uses smaller dashboard speakers at 3.5 inches, which limits output capability compared to the larger 6x9 inch rear position speakers.
- Both locations specify full-range speaker types, suggesting the factory system relied on single-driver solutions rather than separate component configurations.
- The rear 6x9 inch speakers likely handle the majority of low-frequency reproduction due to their larger cone area and greater excursion potential.
- Upgrading the dashboard position may prove challenging given the 3.5 inch size constraint, as this format typically offers fewer aftermarket options with advanced features.
- The rear speakers present better opportunities for sound quality improvement through aftermarket replacement, given the wider availability of 6x9 inch speakers with enhanced sensitivity ratings and power handling.
- Full-range speakers in both positions eliminate the need for external crossovers, simplifying installation but potentially limiting frequency response refinement.
- The single DIN radio opening allows for direct replacement with contemporary head units, potentially improving source quality before amplification reaches the speakers.
- Speaker replacement priority would typically favor the rear position first, given the larger format's greater impact on overall system output and bass response.