1980 Chrysler Newport Speaker Sizes
The 1980 Chrysler Newport factory audio system features specific locations for sound reproduction. Dashboard locations accommodate 3.5 inch speakers, while rear locations accept 6x9 inch units. Full-range options serve as standard replacement and upgrade selections for each designated position.
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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1980 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: 01980 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 1980 Chrysler Newport accommodates two distinct speaker sizes based on installation location. Dashboard positions accept 3.5 inch speakers, while rear positions accommodate 6x9 inch speakers. Both locations support full-range speaker types according to available specifications.
- Rear speaker positions in the 1980 Chrysler Newport may represent the primary opportunity for sound enhancement given the larger 6x9 inch format. Full-range speakers in this size typically offer broader frequency response compared to smaller dashboard units, potentially providing more substantial improvement to overall audio output.
- Dashboard speakers at 3.5 inches generally serve supplemental roles in audio systems of this era. Full-range capability in this compact format suggests these units handle midrange and upper frequencies rather than lower bass reproduction, which would typically fall to the larger rear speakers.
- The single DIN radio specification indicates standard aftermarket head unit compatibility. This configuration was common in vehicles from this period and allows for potential audio source upgrades without modification to the dashboard opening.
- Full-range speaker types in both positions eliminate the need for separate component systems with crossovers. This simplified approach aligns with factory audio designs from this manufacturing period, where single speakers handled the entire audible frequency spectrum within their physical limitations.