1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 Ford Territory

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 39 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 51 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.

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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chrysler Newport 2007 Ford Territory
Make Chrysler Ford
Model Newport Territory
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7206 cc 3984 cc
Horse Power 305 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1965 kg 2016 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 3160 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 76 L


 

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