1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 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 191 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 699 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Newport | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
