1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 543 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Newport | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
