1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 43 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 99 kg more than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Because 2011 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Newport | MDX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
