1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1974 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1974 Opel Admiral is newer by 6 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 163 more horse power than 1974 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Opel Admiral. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1974 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
