1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 15 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 224 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Newport | 11 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2490 mm |
