1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1992 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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 200 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 690 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1992 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Newport | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
