1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Newport | Maverick |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |