1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 42 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 162 more horse power than 2010 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2010 Mazda B2300. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Newport | B2300 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |