1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony

To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 17 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 238 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Newport 1985 Hyundai Pony
Make Chrysler Hyundai
Model Newport Pony
Year Released 1968 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 1439 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1965 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 45 L